Picosecond vs Q-Switched: A Concept Comparison

Two pulse-duration concepts

Picosecond and Q-switched are two ways of describing short laser pulses. Picosecond refers to pulse durations measured in picoseconds; the EL950 detail page lists a pulse width of 350ps. Q-switched refers to a pulse-generation technique that produces nanosecond-scale pulses. This page explains the concepts at that general level only, because it is a guide page, not a product page.

What this site does and does not sell

This site has one picosecond line with a published detail page: the Picoking EL950 picosecond laser tattoo removal machine. It has no Q-switched product page and no Q-switched model, so no Q-switched machine is presented, specified or recommended anywhere on this site. A buyer comparing the two concepts should not assume that a Q-switched option is available from this site, and should confirm the exact model and its specification sheet at inquiry. Before payment, confirm the item, specifications, minimum order quantity, lead time and price for your order in writing.